Glenwood, NE

Nebraska

Glenwood is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 663.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
663 Population 276/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $53,316 per capita
$283,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
80.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $283,100
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 80.7%
139% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Glenwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population663
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$53,316
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,461M
Commute13 min

Housing

Home Value$283,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Elevation2,143 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+80.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute13 min
Libraries6

Is Glenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenwood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Glenwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenwood is $283,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Glenwood is a highly educated community — 80.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Glenwood has a population of 663 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

663
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Glenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$53,316
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$81,682

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,879
County GDP$4,461M

Business (County)

Restaurants163
Healthcare217
Retail246
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,774
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenwood is $283,100, 0% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$283,100
0% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,774
65% above US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
In Glenwood, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glenwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death5,530/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities217

Crime Rates: Glenwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Glenwood has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,143 ft (653 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates40.7555°N, 99.0810°W
County FIPS31019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 80.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (139% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 26.9%

Winner: Republican by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+80.7%
139% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density276/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities217
Restaurants163
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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